Alter Life

By Dr. Benjamin Alter

Your perception shapes your reality. Alter Life is about shaking up stale thoughts, letting go of limiting beliefs, and exploring new ways to feel better, think clearer, and live more fully.

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Alter Life episodes:

March 02, 2020#178 | Saxon & Sinclair Fischer-Gray: Fasting The Healer Within
A little over a year ago, these Australian dudes sent me a message on Instagram. They were about to go on a fasting journey together, that they intended to document and share with the world.
I was excited to connect with Saxon and Sinclair in this conversation and learn about their experiences with prolonged fasting and other detoxification practices.
Some highlights include...
The spark of inspiration that Sinclair had, and how his younger Saxon came onboard with this project
How toxicants accumulate in the body, and how they are released through proper fasting
How and why hunger fades after 40 days without food
Why fruit is essential to support the body in detoxifying
The place for colonics and enemas in a fast
The inevitable inner journey of self-discovery through fasting
Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!
You may also be interested in these episodes...
Our Toxic World with Dr. Russell Jaffe - https://www.alter.health/episode88
Should You Cleanse This Spring - https://www.alter.health/episode89
Control Your Metabolism with Ray Cronise - https://www.alter.health/episode146

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode178
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
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1h 8min
February 27, 2020#177 | Healthy Weight Gain, Muscle Building, & Energy Boosting with Plants
There are LOTS of people out there who want to LOOSE weight fueling the growth of the $70 billion weight loss industry.
Some also want to GAIN weight, and healthfully. Especially athletes, those recovering from eating disorders, or those struggling with digestive issues.
In this conversation we talk about the important things to focus on to gain weight healthfully without sacrificing health or athletic performance.
Some important takeaways include...
The importance of high quality carbohydrates!
Choosing calorie dense plants, that are also rich in nutrition
The importance of replenishing glycogen for muscle growth
Why gut health matters, and how to heal your gut with plants
Health conditions to consider if weight loss persists
ALSO, we realized we didn't list our favorite weight optimizing, nutrient dense, high calorie foods!
Oats, dates, bananas, potatoes, sweet potatoes, garbanzo beans, black beans, brown rice.

Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!

You may also be interested in these episodes...
Symbiosis in the Gut - https://www.alter.health/episode91
Are you eating enough - https://www.alter.health/episode129
The Stress-Digestion Link - https://www.alter.health/episode171

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode177
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
28min
February 24, 2020#176 | Dr. Amy Johnson: Changing Habits Without Willpower
"There are no problems..."
Dr. Amy Johnson's approach to change probably flies in the face of everything you've been told about habits and change.
No will power. No problems. No forcing. Just understanding.
At Alter Health we also support people in changing in this way as well, based on the understanding of the 3 Principles of Mind, Consciousness, and Thought.
It was wonderful to connect with this incredible 3 Principles based psychologist and change-maker, Dr. Amy Johnson!
Some highlights include...
Why all habits are normal and healthy to being human
How we can get caught up in the human experience and innocently fall into "bad habits"
The crazy swinging pendulum of thoughts and how that (can) effect our behavior
Why it helps to get "really dumb" when creating new habits
Change happens all the time and takes infinite forms always
How The Little School of Big Change can support you in sustainable life changes
Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!

You may also be interested in these episodes...
Mental Health, One Cause, One Cure with Bill Petit - https://www.alter.health/episode8
From Stress and Chaos to Peace and Wisdom with Discken Bettinger - https://www.alter.health/episode60
Mind, Consciousness, Thoughts, and Relationships with Rohini Ross - https://www.alter.health/episode80

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode176
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
1h 3min
February 20, 2020#175 | Food Combining To Optimize Digestion & Metabolism
There are many nutrition nuances, and food combining is certainly one of them, that matters a lot!
In this conversation we talk about the foods to optimize digestion and metabolism, and more importantly how to eat them/what to eat them with.
Spoiler alert: steak and potatoes are not a healthy combination, but tune in to find out exactly why!
Some important takeaways include...
The difference between digestion and metabolism, and why it's important to optimize both
Why a paleo diet is second best to a WFPB diet
What you actually need to know about MACROS
The whole plant foods that are best NOT to over consume
Why we never eat fruit for desert
Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!

You may also be interested in these episodes...
Eat Less Protein with Julieanna Hever - https://www.alter.health/episode120
Optimize metabolism with Ray Cronise - https://www.alter.health/episode146
Mastering Diabetes with Cyrus Khambatta - https://www.alter.health/episode174

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode175
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
31min
February 17, 2020#174 | Cyrus Khambatta: WFPB Diet to Reverse Insulin Resistance & Master Diabetes
I've always truly appreciated the fine work being done at Mastering Diabetes and was introduced to it through Robby Barbaro back at Episode #68.
in this conversation, we dig a little deeper to truly get to the bottom of some hard questions and confusion that so many people still struggle to wrap their minds around when it comes to diabetes, insulin resistance, and controlling blood sugar optimally.
Some highlights include...
Cyrus' story of being diagnosed with 3 autoimmune conditions at one time
Everything we need to know about SUGAR, CARBS, and GLUCOSE
Why neither GLUCOSE or FRUCTOSE is ever to fear
Why a low carb ketogenic diet can manage diabetes, but will never reverse diabetes
The risks of ketogenic diet, even when done vegan/plant based
Foods to avoid to master your diabetes and control blood sugar
Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!
You may also be interested in these episodes...
Dr. Fuhrman - https://www.alter.health/episode50
Robby Barbaro - https://www.alter.health/episode68
The Healthiest Sweets - https://www.alter.health/episode167

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode174
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
1h 10min
February 13, 2020#173 | Control Inflammation For Good!
We've done all these episodes without digging directly into inflammation which is definitely at the "root" of so many (/every!) health condition.
BUT, what is at the root of inflammation...???
In this conversation we get to the bottom of the main things that contribute to inflammation in the body, which, by the way, is not a deficiency of advil, turmeric, steroid creams, or fish oil.
Some important takeaways include...
The 3 causes of inflammation: mechanical trauma, infection, chemical trauma/toxins
The many ways inflammatory agents come into the body: food, air, water, etc
Components of a true anti-inflammatory diet
Why meat, dairy, and eggs contribute to inflammation in the body
Our favorite run of the mill, non-exotic, anti-inflammatory superfoods
The importance of the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio
Some things we did NOT include, though wish we did, include the inflammatory effects of stress chemicals/hormones and why a conventional "anti-inflammatory" or mediterranean diet is not really anti-inflammatory - mainly has to do with oil and animal products.
Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!
You may also be interested in these episodes...
Phytates, Lectins, Oxalates - https://www.alter.health/episode109
Healing Acute Injuries - https://www.alter.health/episode111
Chronic Infections - https://www.alter.health/episode93

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode173
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
32min
February 10, 2020#172 | Glen John Jones: Think and Grow Vegan
Glen John Jones is a solid guy with a pure message.

He wrote a book about adopting a plant based vegan lifestyle for health and physical performance. In this episode we dive into his journey as a plant-based personal trainer.

Some highlights include...
The 5 stages of adopting a vegan diet
How eating plant based has supported Glen John's physical performance
Glen John's process of coming out of the "vegan closet"
Tactical tips for bringing more healing plants into your life
Building momentum with the "fresh attracts fresh" principle
Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!

You may also be interested in these episodes...
Dr. Sailesh Rao - https://www.alter.health/episode28
Dr. Gemma Newman - https://www.alter.health/episode144
Dr. David Katz - https://www.alter.health/episode170

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode172
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
1h 13min
February 07, 2020#171 | The Link Between Stress and Your Digestion
Digestion issues are SO prevalent in our world today, and lie at the root of so many chronic health complaints from fatigue, to joint pain, to thyroid issues, skin health, autoimmunity, and more.

There are 2 major reasons for digestive issues:
The food we eat
Stress

Most people struggle with some combination of these two, and neither one of us have yet to meet someone with digestive complaints (or any chronic health issue) who isn't overwhelmed by stressful thoughts.

In this episode, we get into some important topics to support you in gaining insight to optimize digestion and overall health.

Some important takeaways include...
How stress shuts off digestion
The importance of having high stomach acid
How maldigestion & malabsorption sets us up for dysbiosis and chronic issues
Tips and practices to optimize digestive fire
The power of intention and blessings over food
Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!
You may also be interested in these episodes...
Symbiosis in the Gut - https://www.alter.health/episode91
Healing Acid Reflux - https://www.alter.health/episode121
Let Anxiety Be Your Friend - https://www.alter.health/episode169

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode171
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
31min
February 03, 2020#170 | Dr. David Katz: Making Sense of the Plant Based Science
I've read many of Dr. Katz articles and books over the years, and have always been inspired by his ability to articulate the hard facts in such a clear, yet engaging way. In fact, years ago he really was instrumental in fueling my own interest and enthusiasm that moved me in the direction of holistic lifestyle medicine.
In this conversation, we traverse topics in nutritional science, and most importantly how to mindfully relate with the growingly ginormous world of nutritional scientific research.
Some highlights include...
How Dr. Katz got into his career in preventative medicine and nutritional science
Why it's important to NOT immediately believe everything from each new study or article that is published
The huge common ground that the world of nutritional research agrees upon
How Dr. Katz is working to make DIET a medically measurable vital sign
Why it's critical to consider the health of planet earth when talking about human public health
Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!

You may also be interested in these episodes...
Nutritional Excellence with Dr. Joel Fuhrman - https://www.alter.health/episode50
Simplifying WFPB Nutrition - https://www.alter.health/episode87
Metabolism with Ray Cronise - https://www.alter.health/episode146
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
1h 11min
January 30, 2020#169 | Let Anxiety Be Your Friend
ANXIETY! An epidemic. We hear so many share their experience of increasing levels of anxiety throughout life.
Health, money, relationships, work, politics, climate change... all these things can lead us to think anxious thoughts! And then, due to the brilliantly wired biofeedback system of the bodymind, we feel and experience this in our emotional and/or physiologic state.
In this conversation we transform the conversation inward, inviting us all to come present to the quality of mind in the moment, taking full responsibility and living empowered in life.

Some important takeaways include...
The brain body connection and how anxiety may be felt in the body
How we both tend to feel anxiety in our own bodies
THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH HAVING ANXIOUS THOUGHTS AND FEELING ANXIOUS
How to befriend challenging emotions
Why SENSITIVITY, and not STRENGTH, is key to your health
Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!

You may also be interested in these episodes...
Diffusing the Stress Bomb - https://www.alter.health/episode119
How Stress Magnifies Symptoms - https://www.alter.health/episode131
Turn Your World Inside Out To Feel Good - https://www.alter.health/episode143

Links to learn more
SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode169
JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/
TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth
GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3
APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc
CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health
Links to more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products
...more
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FAQs about Alter Life:

How many episodes does Alter Life have?

The podcast currently has 408 episodes available.